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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms episode 5 sets IMDb rating record for hit HBO show

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 22:00

A Knight of the Seven Kingdomscontinues to prove that the Game of Thrones universe remains as strong as ever. The spin-off continues to garner high ratings on websites like IMDb, and the fifth episode just set a new record.

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This de-Googled Android tablet is now available in the United States

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 21:51

If you want an Android tablet without Google apps and services, there’s now another option to check out. The Murena Volla Tablet is now available in the United States and Canada, with a de-Googled /e/OS software experience right out of the box.

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2026 Subaru Forester Hybrid defies trends with a surprising $1,800 price drop

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 21:00

Buyers who have their eyes on a compact SUV have tons of options, so much so that it almost seems overwhelming. In the endless sea of SUVs, many of which now have “luxury-lite price tags,” Subaru is pushing forward with its popular Forester and doubling down on what has made it a staple for the last 30 years: rugged affordability. And in the case of the Hybrid model, increased fuel economy.

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Don't throw away your old GTX 1060: Use it as a dedicated 'Frame Gen' card

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 20:30

Upscaling and frame generation are critical features today, especially since game optimization has seemingly only gotten worse. If you're using a GPU that doesn't natively support either, you're in luck: There is a third-party option that works on any GPU.

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Why it makes sense to have a VPS as a homelabber

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 20:00

Have you ever had your homelab down for maintenance, but really needed to access a mission-critical service that was hosted on it? I’ve been there, and I never want to go back. That’s why I have a VPS as part of my homelab setup—and you should too.

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3 Netflix movies you must watch this week (February 16 - 22)

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 20:00

If you need an easy win for movie night or just having the boys over this week, try these three Netflix flicks on for size. They swing from ridiculous raunchy comedy to a full-on pew-pew-pew alien adventure.

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8 tips to organize files efficiently on your Windows PC

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 20:00

Scrolling through countless scattered files to find the one you need can be time-consuming and stressful. Here are some tips to help you organize and manage your Windows files more efficiently.

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How to use Paste Link in Excel and PowerPoint for automatic chart updates

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 19:30

The most tedious part of presenting your figures isn't generating the data itself; it's manually moving Excel charts into PowerPoint. But there's a better way. Instead of the copy-paste grind, use Paste Link to create a live bridge. That way, when you amend your Excel data, your PowerPoint slides update automatically. And the best bit? It's really simple.

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The world's first flip phone turns 30 in 2026—here's what new foldables could learn from it

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 19:00

In 1996, mobile phones were not very interesting. My dad had one provided by his employer, and it was this big walkie-talkie thing that charged upright in a chunky charging base. So you could understand that flipping open a magazine and seeing a photo of the Motorola StarTAC felt like someone selling a communicator from Star Trek to the public.

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This open-source app finally convinced me to cancel my Notion subscription

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 18:30

Notion is a very popular central hub for daily to-dos, project management, journaling, and those huge knowledge bases we build. It has great flexibility and powerful databases, but it's not unique. I moved to an open-source application called Anytype, and it is a much better alternative.

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Done with Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights? Stream the 2011 version next

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 18:15

Emerald Fennell's Wuthering Heights has finally manifested in theaters in time for Valentine's Day and is already proving itself to be one of 2026's most controversial releases. The much-discussed adaptation of Emily Brontë's 1847 novel is a reimagining of the tragic tale of love, revenge, and the overwhelming trauma of the times. The recently released adaptation stars Margot Robbie as Cathy, while Jacob Elordi portrays Heathcliff.

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5 multi-monitor tweaks that made my Windows workflow more productive

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 18:00

I've been running a multi-monitor setup for years, long enough that it feels less like a power-user flex and more like basic survival gear. Once you get used to having multiple screens, going back to a single display feels cramped and slow. But living in multi-monitor land also comes with its own set of problems. Windows snapping to the wrong screen, mismatched resolutions that make the mouse feel like it's hitting invisible walls, windows opening where you didn't expect them, and constant little interruptions that break your focus more than you realize.

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Claude vs. Gemini: Which one actually writes better code?

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 17:30

There are many options when it comes to having AI help you code. There’s OpenAI’s Codex (or simply ChatGPT), GitHub’s Copilot, Google’s Gemini, and Anthropic’s Claude. Which is the best? I’ve used both Gemini and Claude extensively, and it’s not even a close competition.

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Smart homes don't break in dramatic ways—they fail quietly

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 17:15

Every smart home can fail at some point. When all your lights unexpectedly turn off at once, it's very clear that something has gone wrong. More often than not, however, your smart home will fail silently.

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Why I stopped buying name-brand 3D printer filament

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 17:00

I used to think that buying cheaper filament was a compromise to print quality. After testing both first- and third-party filaments, my stance has changed. Here’s why I stopped buying name-brand filament and what I do instead.

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Update Google Chrome now to fix this zero-day vulnerability

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 16:36

If you use Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Vivaldi, or another Chrome-based browser, make sure you have the latest update installed. Google just rolled out a fix for a zero-day security vulnerability, which is the first of its kind for 2026.

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6 programming languages that sound fake but aren’t

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 16:30

Programmers tend to use a fairly limited set of programming languages in their everyday work, dictated either by a third party or their own preference. Languages come and go, ebbing and flowing according to what’s in fashion, but we only see a fraction of what’s really available.

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Campground cinema to mobile office: 3 ways to use your car’s Wi-Fi hotspot

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 16:15

If your vehicle was manufactured after about 2016, it probably has a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot. Most automakers now bundle Wi-Fi under a broader set of features, often called “connected” or “remote” services. These feature sets may be offered for a trial period after the vehicle is purchased, then billed monthly or yearly once the trial expires.

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Why you should learn Rust, especially if you're new to programming

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 16:00

Rust is not just another programming language — it's a way of seeing code differently. If you've never seen code before and are only now learning about languages from the base level, you should learn Rust because it teaches you how to write "safe" code.

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4 things you can do with your iPhone's USB port (besides charging)

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 16:00

When Apple finally switched the iPhone to USB-C, I was very excited for the possibilities that the more universal port would bring. It’s actually so much more versatile than I ever thought—here are four things that you can do with your iPhone’s USB-C port that you might not have known about.

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